Tadpole Troopers (Ages 3-5)

Tadpole Troopers (ages 3-5)

Tadpole Troopers is a nature class and outdoor adventure for parents and children to share together. We offer opportunities for natural science investigations, crafts, and a guided walk with a naturalist. All classes begin with an engaging introductory lesson inside a classroom followed by a walk outside. Parents are required to stay for the duration of class with their child. Siblings are not permitted unless they are also registered for the class.

Spring 2019 – Animals of the Night

As the sun sets a whole new world comes to life. Explore the nighttime world as we learn all about nocturnal animals. Journey down armadillo tunnels, learn how to echolocate, and meet two of the most amazing Houston mammals as we venture into the night and see who’s awake out there.

Come and see what these winged nocturnal mammals are up to as we explore their world of navigating with sound and sleeping upside-down. You’ll develop a whole new appreciation for our flying furry friends.

Let the world of nocturnal insects illuminate you this month. We will get to know moths, the intriguing cousins of butterflies. We will also learn about astonishing beetles that glow in the dark: Fireflies.

Despite their reputation, opossums are some truly amazing marsupials. In fact, they are the only marsupials in North America. Opossums help us out too, eating critters we are annoyed by, like roaches and ticks. Come learn more about opossums so when you see one at night it won’t give you a fright.

Come with us into the world of the armadillo, one of the most unique mammals in the lone star state. These living relics are always rooting around at night eating bugs and digging burrows. Their unique adaptations allow them to survive in their twilight domain.